Production Technician, 1st Shift

Niron Magnetics is commercializing the first new permanent magnetic material in decades—a breakthrough Iron Nitride technology that eliminates rare earths, strengthens supply chains, and drives a more sustainable future. At Niron, we’re not improving what exists—we’re building what’s never existed before. The materials, processes, and standards are being created in real time by our team.  We were named one of “America's Top GreenTech Companies” for 2024 and 2025 by TIME Magazine, Fast Company World Changing Ideas wins in 2024, 2025 and winners of the Minneapolis/ St. Paul Business Journal Minnesota Manufacturing Awards in 2025 and 2026. 

As we scale to commercial production, your impact is immediate and visible—on the plant floor, in the lab, and in the products our customers bring to life. We set a high bar because what we’re building will last—and so will the legacy of the people behind it. 

As a Production Technician, you will support customer production by operating and monitoring established manufacturing processes for advanced magnetic materials, with a focus on safety, quality, and throughput. This role will operate assigned production processes, which may include powder handling, compaction, assembly, coating, inspection, and packaging, following approved work instructions. You will be matched to a subset of these processes based on fit to your skills and experience. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, comfortable in a dynamic production environment, and eager to contribute to continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration. 

• Associate degree or technical certification in Engineering Technology, Electronics, Mechanical, or related field 

• 2+ years of relevant experience in a manufacturing or technical environment. 

• Ability to lift and carry heavy equipment, up to 50 lb. 

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals 

• Comfortable working with hand tools, diagnostic instruments, and software-based control systems. 

• Ability to work independently, self-direct and meet deadlines 

• Strong interpersonal, prioritization, and organizational skills 

• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting equipment and workspace cleanliness 

• Experience with Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, Word, Teams, and PowerPoint 

This position may require access to information, technology, or technical data controlled under U.S. export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR, 22 C.F.R. Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR, 15 C.F.R. Parts 730–774), as well as Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) as defined under 32 C.F.R. Part 2002. Where such access is required, the Company will evaluate all available license exceptions and exemptions before determining that a formal export authorization is necessary. If an export authorization is required, the Company will determine, based on legitimate business and regulatory considerations alone, whether to pursue one. The Company is not obligated to seek an export authorization in every circumstance, and any decision regarding authorization will never be based on a candidate's citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin. Each candidate's eligibility will be evaluated individually through a consistent, documented review process. The Company complies fully with all applicable federal anti-discrimination laws, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. § 2000e et seq.), the anti-discrimination provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. § 1324b), and Executive Order 11246 as implemented by 41 C.F.R. Part 60. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, citizenship status, or immigration status in any aspect of employment. 

• Experience working with nanoparticles or nanomaterials in a laboratory and volume manufacturing environment 

• Experience using process development and/or manufacturing equipment in one or more of the following areas: 

• powder metallurgy   

• liquid chemical processes such as etching, plating, precipitation 

• compaction, pressing 

• metal forming & finishing 

• Spray metal coating 

• product assembly & inspection 

• Plating or surface finishing experience 

• Pharmaceutical Powder Processing 

• Familiarity with materials and process analytical techniques. 

This role may involve access to Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). Candidates selected for roles involving CUI will be required to comply with all applicable safeguarding and handling requirements, including those under NIST SP 800-171 and any governing contractual obligations.